Oasis had a huge and emotional year, and Noel Gallagher recently looked back on it during an interview with BBC 5 Live, aired on January 16, just before the Manchester Derby. In the interview, Noel spoke openly about the band’s reunion tour, the fans, his family, and what the future might hold. His words showed pride, gratitude, and a relaxed happiness that many fans were glad to hear.
The Oasis reunion tour began in Cardiff in July and ended in São Paulo in November. For fans, it was more than just a tour — it was the return of one of the most important British bands of all time. Stadiums were packed night after night, and the excitement around the band felt just as strong as it did in the 1990s.
One of the most special moments of the tour happened in Manchester, Oasis’ hometown. The band played a residency at Heaton Park, and something amazing happened outside the venue. Thousands of fans who didn’t have tickets still showed up every night and gathered on a nearby hill, which quickly became known as Gallagher Hill. These fans sang along, listened from outside, and turned the area into a party of its own.
Noel spoke very warmly about this moment. He said Oasis fans are “the best in the world” and praised their loyalty. Seeing an “arena-sized crowd” outside the venue every night clearly meant a lot to him. To show their appreciation, the band gave out T-shirts and eventually set up a video screen so the fans on the hill could watch the show. It was a simple gesture, but one that made the fans feel seen and respected.
Another touching part of the interview was Noel talking about his children. He shared that before this tour, his kids had never seen Oasis live. During the reunion run, they ended up seeing the band 38 times in six months. Noel joked that this must be some kind of record. More importantly, he said they loved it and were excited to experience life on tour.
Seeing famous faces at the shows also impressed them. Members of the Manchester City squad were often in the crowd, and that helped boost Noel’s “cool dad” status at home. Noel laughed as he explained that his kids were especially amazed when they realized he knew people like John McEnroe. By the end of the tour, Noel felt confident he truly earned the “Dad of the Year” mug he received at Christmas.
Looking ahead, Noel said his holiday break was nice, but he is now back at work. He didn’t explain exactly what he’s working on, which has led to lots of speculation among fans. Some hope it means new music, while others think it could be related to film projects.
What is confirmed is that there is an official Oasis documentary in the works. The film will focus on the reunion and the 2025 comeback tour. Even more exciting is the fact that the documentary is being handled by Steven Knight, the creator of Peaky Blinders. This has raised expectations that the film will be powerful, emotional, and well made.
Noel also addressed rumours about Oasis possibly working on the next James Bond movie theme. He said it would be an absolute honour and added that Bond themes should be done by British artists. However, he made it clear that Oasis has not been contacted about it yet.
As for future Oasis shows, nothing has been confirmed for 2026. For now, fans are left to enjoy the memories of an incredible year and wait to see what happens next.
One thing is clear: Oasis’ comeback was more than successful. It brought fans together, reminded the world of their influence, and gave Noel Gallagher a year he clearly won’t forget.